Grand Rapids RCMP looking for suspect in shooting

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Grand Rapids RCMP are asking for assistance in locating a man believed to be connected with a shooting incident earlier this week.

On Monday evening, two men, aged 18 and 22, were riding an all-terrain vehicle when they were shot at by another man. The 22-year-old was hit and transported to a Winnipeg-area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

RCMP are looking for Alexander Joe Sanderson, 20, for his alleged involvement in the shooting. The 20-year-old is facing two counts of attempted murder and numerous firearm-related charges.

Sanderson is described as having a thin build, standing 5-foot-2 and approximately 100 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. RCMP consider Sanderson armed and dangerous, and ask public to keep their distance.

If you have any information on Sanderson or his whereabouts, contact Grand Rapids RCMP at (204) 639-2467 or call Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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